Although Brazil is the largest producer of aquamarine today, Madagascar is the place where they were found. The "Aquamarine" is derived from the Latin word "aqua" meaning water and "mare", meaning Tues The Greeks were the first documented use, and is now known as "lucky stone" of the sailors, as the ancient mariners who use it as protection against rough seas. Ancient beliefs believe that the strength of an aquamarine is more powerful after being placed in water, andfull sun.
The color of an aquamarine gemstone can vary from light blue to blue-green, green water. In general, the deep blue stones are considered the most valuable. These bright aqua blue are known as Santa Maria aquamarines. Most of these rare gems from Brazil, although some are also from Africa. Aquamarine stones usually occur naturally with fewer inclusions of other gemstones.
Here are a couple of aquamarinefacts:
- Aquamarine is supposed to strengthen their love for each other and help maintain a happy marriage.
- The National Society of Jewellers Association proclaimed born as Aquamarine for the month of March.
- Aquamarine was born in the zodiac signs Scorpio and Pisces.
- Aquamarine stimulates feelings of sympathy, trust, friendship, harmony and a positive outlook on life.
- Insomnia and diseases of myopia two are consideredby aquamarine.
- Aquamarine is a 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale.
- Aquamarine is quite easy to work in terms of cutting, making it a favorite of jewelry designers.
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